Samsun is one of the Black Sea's largest ports. And where Atatürk landed on the Bandırma Steamer on May 19, 1919, marking the start of the National Struggle. Atatürk Museum, the Bandırma replica, ancient ruins on Amisos Hill, the Kızılırmak Delta for birdwatching (UNESCO Ramsar listed). Turkish Airlines, Pegasus and AJet run daily from Istanbul and Ankara.
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See flights to Samsun →When to visit Samsun
May-September best (warm sea). Black Sea climate keeps it rainy year-round. May 19 hosts national Atatürk commemorations.
Things to do in Samsun
Bandırma Steamer replica
Exact replica of the ship Atatürk arrived on in 1919. Museum within with period memorabilia.
Amisos Hill + cable car
Ancient Amisos ruins + Black Sea panorama. Cool breeze at sunset.
Atatürk Museum
The house where Mustafa Kemal stayed in Samsun. Symbol of national independence.
Kızılırmak Delta
UNESCO Ramsar wetland. 350+ bird species, explore by canoe.
Onur Monument + Cumhuriyet Square
Massive relief depicting Atatürk's arrival. The city's central square.
Black Sea fish feast
Anchovy, whiting, bonito season November-February. Fish restaurants along Atakum.
Flights from Turkey to Samsun
Samsun Çarşamba Airport (SZF) is the main hub for the central Black Sea. 12+ daily directs.
Samsun FAQ
How much is a domestic flight to Samsun?
Domestic fares from Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir to Samsun stay accessible for most seasons. Suso splits the price into 3-24 monthly payments. No credit limit needed.
Is the Samsun airport close to the city center?
Samsun Çarşamba Airport (SZF) is 25 km from the center, 35 min by taxi.
Which airlines fly to Samsun?
THY, Pegasus and AJet run multiple daily flights from Istanbul and Ankara.
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